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Halloween is is just around the corner, and many parents will be readying their kids for a fun night of guising, apple dookin' and spooky costumes. But along with the festivities comes several risks that could end in accident or injury, and in some cases, a medical emergency. ‌

Research from Totalkare has uncovered the biggest culprits for accidents around Halloween, which involve several popular spooky activities which can quickly turn dangerous and can even result in a call to 999. And three Halloween traditions proved most risky for children. ‌

Paediatrician Dr Arindam Das told Totalkare: “ Pumpkin carving leads to surprising numbers of cuts and burns every year. Young children are also at risk of choking on hard sweets, and dark costumes make road

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